Restaurant in Sydney, Australia
Cicerone Cucina Romana
100Pearl PointsSurry Hills dinner

About Cicerone Cucina Romana
A practical Surry Hills dinner pick for Roman-leaning Italian when the goal is a contained evening rather than a high-ceremony tasting-menu splurge. Book it for a small group and cross-shop Appizza for pizza or Zushi Surry Hills for Japanese if the brief shifts.
Consider Cicerone Cucina Romana if the plan is a defined Sydney dinner rather than a loose all-day itinerary. The verified service window is evening only: it is closed Monday and Tuesday, open Wednesday to Saturday from 5:30–10 PM, open Sunday from 5:30–9:30 PM. Dress is smart casual, so plan for a polished but not overly formal night.
The main decision point is how much certainty your group needs before making plans. Publicly verified details here are limited to the venue name, Sydney location, hours, smart-casual dress code. With no verified price, chef, room, award, dish, or menu-format detail to anchor a more specific verdict, the honest read is simple: treat it as a Sydney dinner option and confirm any finer points directly with the venue before you go.
Use it for a contained Sydney dinner, not a roaming night out
The room details are not verified, so the safer recommendation is to choose it when the group is comfortable with a direct dinner plan rather than relying on a particular seating style, atmosphere, or menu structure. For diners comparing across Sydney, Zushi Surry Hills and Appizza are names to consider, depending on what kind of night the group wants.
For broader planning, use the Sydney restaurants guide rather than treating this as an all-purpose answer. It is better not to build a whole Sydney food itinerary around one thinly documented venue. If the night needs a hotel pairing, start with the Sydney hotels guide; if the next stop matters more than dinner, check the Sydney bars guide or a Sydney experiences guide.
Who should choose it over the obvious alternatives
Choose Cicerone Cucina Romana when the group wants a Sydney dinner during its listed evening hours and is comfortable confirming menu, pricing, availability directly. Skip it if the night needs published awards, a named chef, a verified price structure, or detailed public information before anyone commits. For other possibilities, diners can also compare Appizza, Zushi Surry Hills, Mr Crackles, Paripé, or Surly's American Tavern.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cicerone Cucina Romana handle dietary restrictions?
Check directly before you go, because dietary and allergy details are not verified here. Cicerone Cucina Romana is in Sydney and its listed hours are evening only from Wednesday to Sunday, so it makes sense to raise any requirements with the venue before visiting. Check the venue's official channels for the latest details.
What are alternatives to Cicerone Cucina Romana in Sydney?
Other names to compare include Appizza, Zushi Surry Hills, Mr Crackles, Paripé, and Surly's American Tavern. Cicerone Cucina Romana is the pick when its Sydney location, smart-casual dress code, Wednesday-to-Sunday evening hours fit the plan.
Is lunch or dinner better at Cicerone Cucina Romana?
Dinner is the verified option here. The venue is closed Monday and Tuesday, opens from 5:30–10 PM Wednesday to Saturday, opens from 5:30–9:30 PM on Sunday. No lunch hours are verified.
How far ahead should I book Cicerone Cucina Romana?
No verified booking lead time is available here. Because the venue's listed hours are limited to dinner from Wednesday to Sunday, check availability directly with Cicerone Cucina Romana before making firm plans.
Is Cicerone Cucina Romana good for a special occasion?
It can work if the occasion suits a smart-casual Sydney dinner during the listed evening hours. No verified details are available here about the room, menu format, awards, or pricing, so confirm directly if those factors matter for the occasion.
What should a first-timer know about Cicerone Cucina Romana?
Treat Cicerone Cucina Romana as a Sydney dinner option, not a lunch stop. It is closed Monday and Tuesday, open from 5:30–10 PM Wednesday to Saturday, open from 5:30–9:30 PM on Sunday. Dress code is smart casual, any menu, price, or dietary questions should be checked directly with the venue.
Location
417 Bourke St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
Sydney, Australia
Compare Cicerone Cucina Romana
| Venue | Location | Cuisine |
|---|---|---|
| Cicerone Cucina Romana | Sydney | , |
| Surly's American Tavern | Darlinghurst | , |
| Appizza | Sydney | Pizza |
| Mr Crackles | Darlinghurst | , |
| Paripé | Sydney | , |
| Zushi Surry Hills | Sydney | , |
How Cicerone Cucina Romana Sydney compares with similar nearby venues.
Also Consider
- Surly's American Tavern, Notable alternative
- Appizza, Pizza, Pizza
- Mr Crackles, Notable alternative
- Paripé, Notable alternative
- Zushi Surry Hills, Notable alternative
How it compares in Sydney
Cicerone Cucina Romana is the pick when the group wants Italian direction in Surry Hills without making pizza the whole point. Appizza is the clearer casual-value choice for a pizza-led night, while Cicerone is better when the dinner should feel more composed and less slice-and-share driven.
Zushi Surry Hills is the stronger alternative for diners who want Japanese range and a more flexible group order. Paripé is another Sydney cross-shop when the brief is less Italian-specific. If the group is undecided on cuisine, choose by craving first, then by booking convenience.
Surly's American Tavern and Mr Crackles sit in a more casual lane, better for a louder or faster meal than a focused dinner. Cicerone is the better call when conversation and a tighter evening plan matter more than speed.
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